MYRModel Year Report

2006 BMW 328XI

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2006 BMW 328XI
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:46:32.954Z

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
5

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2006

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2006: 5 complaints 2006 5 2007: 198 complaints 2008: 99 complaints 2008 2009: 11 complaints 2010: 17 complaints 2010 2011: 67 complaints 2012: 1 complaint 2012 2013: 27 complaints 2014: 17 complaints 2014 2015: 14 complaints 2016: 4 complaints 2016
2006: 5 complaints 2006 5 2007: 198 complaints 2007 2008: 99 complaints 2008 2009: 11 complaints 2009 2010: 17 complaints 2010 2011: 67 complaints 2011 2012: 1 complaint 2012 2013: 27 complaints 2013 2014: 17 complaints 2014 2015: 14 complaints 2015 2016: 4 complaints 2016
2006: 5 complaints 2006 5 2007: 198 complaints 2007 2008: 99 complaints 2008 2009: 11 complaints 2009 2010: 17 complaints 2010 2011: 67 complaints 2011 2012: 1 complaint 2012 2013: 27 complaints 2013 2014: 17 complaints 2014 2015: 14 complaints 2015 2016: 4 complaints 2016

2006: 5 complaints

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YearComplaints
20050
20065
2007198
200899
200911
201017
201167
20121
201327
201417
201514
20164

Known problem areas

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Visibility

1 of 5 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing rearview mirrors/devices.

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Problem with passengers side mirror not resetting and the car jerks when pressing on gas pedal.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-07-07

Also filed under Power train

Service brakes

1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing air.

Power train

1 of 5 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

Electrical system

1 of 5 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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Door locks became unresponsive, either when activated via the key fob or the internal door unlock button. Doors are unable to be opened from the outside and the inside. Presents a significant safety threat. Only the driver's door is opens.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-20

Air bags

1 of 5 total reports mentions: air bags.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 328XI. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated and remained illuminated when a passenger was occupying the seat.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-02-03

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2018-06-29Electrical system17V676000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi and M3, 2007-2011 328i xDrive, 335i xDrive and 335is and 2009-2011 335d vehicles.

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiring and electrical connectors, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2020-03-11Air bags20V017000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is,...

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag. On X5 and X6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020.

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    2024-08-30Air bags24V513000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (324i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi), 2006-2012 3 Series Sportswagon (325xi, 328i, 328xi), and 2009-2011 3 Series Sedan (335d) vehicles.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the driver's air bag module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 30, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2006 BMW 328XI — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Power train: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 17V676000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 20V017000 · Air bags
  • Recall 24V513000 · Air bags
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2006 BMW 328XI reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 BMW 328XI?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 BMW 328XI have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.